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71 Formula Suspension upgrade from stock to ?

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Old 09-30-2019, 08:55 AM
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Default 71 Formula Suspension upgrade from stock to ?

Hi I am new here,
I have a 1971 Firebird Formula and am trying to decide the best way to upgrade suspension, Coil overs, bags, ? Front parts needed>any help would be appreciated.
 
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Old 11-15-2019, 08:28 PM
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Hi,
Are you looking to upgrade for overall ride?
Or for performance, such as hard cornering?
Lenny
 
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Old 11-18-2019, 02:27 PM
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Performance, Cornering, take off....
 
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Old 11-19-2019, 09:12 PM
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1. Replace the front springs
2. Replace the rear leaf springs
3. All new bushings, front tie rods etc
4. Replace front and rear sway bars with larger size.
5. New high performance shocks
6. Tires are always a mandatory upgrade. Especially if your current ones are more than 7-8 years old.
 
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Old 11-20-2019, 08:38 AM
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Thank you ! I will get started on the project!
 
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